went to dinner with my dad this evening and drew out some more details of the GUN: instead of using the super soaker provided motor switch pad (activated by the prodding action created by pulling the trigger), i've found a RC compatible electric switch. meaning the controller can flip a physical switch [see top left or right of the photo] which will trip an electrical switch to turn on the motor. this will simplify the assembly and controlling a little bit.
new problem just came to light: how am i going to completely seal the holes i make in the hull for the screw(s) and rudder? obviously i can't let water into the hull but I have to cut a hole for the propulsion. conundrum.
found some new websites that sell parts and such for rc ships, which is good. it'll make my life easier.
here's the plan for the turret. thanks to daniel for the use of his garage, and whiteboard. o and his brain, gets pretty good mileage. what you're looking at are two different possible top views and a side view of the turret. the top view on the left is a side laying servo that will rotate the barrel of the gun to different elevation angles. the right top view is essentially the same. the side view is the method for rotating the the turret and connecting the hose to the barrel.
thats it for now. making the first of MANY hardware store runs tomorrow. very exciting! talk to you tomorrow.
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